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Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Women ready to transform your business idea into a thriving reality? We are proud to present our next SWSB Lunch & Learn, where we’ll explore the journey of business validation with the incredible Gemma Lloyd.  Thursday 17 April  12.00pm AET This webinar is designed to provide practical […]

Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) escalates a strong community focus with the latest updates to the IBA Board including the reappointment of Josh Gilbert and escalation of Olga Havnen to Deputy Chairperson. Western Arrernte woman Olga Havnen was escalated to Deputy Chairperson after her appointment to the IBA Board in December 2025. Olga has significant board […]

Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) is proud to announce the appointment of Dr Doug McTaggart FAICD and Mr Brian Bero to its Board of Directors.   Dr Doug McTaggart's extensive experience and distinguished career in economics, finance, and governance will significantly enhance IBA's strategic direction and commitment to economic empowerment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander […]

Reproduced from Minister for Indigenous Australians media centre, released 27 March 2025. The Albanese Government has appointed two new directors to the Board of Indigenous Business Australia (IBA). Mr Brian Bero and Dr Doug McTaggart both bring extensive experience to their new roles. Mr Bero is a Meriam (Torres Strait Islander) man. He is a Co-founder, […]

Has your home or business been impacted by the recent floods and damaging winds associated with Cyclone Alfred? If you have an IBA home loan or business finance product and have been impacted by this weather event, we want to reassure you and your family that IBA is here in times of need. Customers impacted […]

Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) and the Australian International Documentary Conference (AIDC) are excited to announce the winners of the inaugural Indigenous Creators Pitch announced last night in Melbourne at the AIDC Awards ceremony. An initiative of AIDC’s Indigenous Creators Program, the Indigenous Creators Pitch provides Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander filmmakers with the opportunity to […]

Don’t worry if you missed out on the latest IBA Newsletter.  To make sure you get a copy direct to your inbox, sign up here Subscribe - Indigenous Business Australia This issue includes stories on: 50 years through the generations! - A quick look and insight on our 50-year anniversary, sharing 50 years of generational impact.  Investing in […]

Did you know it's been 50 years since the Indigenous Home Ownership program was established? This year we’re honouring those foundations and commemorating the impact that our programs support. We reflect on this milestone that honours the resilience, wisdom, and courage of past generations while celebrating the innovation and passion of the present. It reminds […]

Senate passes historic change to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Act 2005. Amendment allows IBA to expand its lending and finance opportunities to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to meet growing demand. Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) is delighted to welcome the historic passing of the legislative amendment to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander […]

Larrakia Development Corporation Pty Ltd (Larrakia) acquires shares in the Adina Vibe Hotel from Indigenous Business Australia (IBA) demonstrating its continued investment into the Northern Territory tourism industry. Last week Larrakia completed its purchase from IBA of shares in the hotel and apartment enterprise located in the Darwin Waterfront Precinct. The purchase reduces IBA’s effective […]